Online BA in Construction Management

Advance your career with a flexible, fully online bachelor’s degree in construction management. Build the leadership, project management and technical skills to take on greater responsibility in the field while completing your degree on your schedule.

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Why Earn Your Online Construction Management Degree at Rowan University?

A flexible online program built around the needs of working construction professionals.

Rowan’s Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Construction Management is designed for journeypersons, apprentices and experienced construction professionals who want to develop their leadership skills and advance their careers. The fully online format gives you the flexibility to continue working while building the knowledge and skills to supervise, manage and inspect construction sites, buildings and associated facilities.

The program is endorsed by North America’s Building Trades Unions.

A Construction Management Student Perspective

“An investment in education is an investment in yourself. The flexibility of Rowan’s online program allowed me to continue working full time while supporting my growing family.”

Autie A. | Rowan Online Student

2026-2027 Academic Year

Transfer Credits, Cost & Completion Time

30-60

Credits

$609

Per Credit

12-24

Months to Complete

First-year Credits, Cost & Completion Time

120

Credits

$609

Per Credit

36-48

Months to Complete

Application Deadlines

4/28

Summer Module A Entry Deadline

6/23

Summer Module B Entry Deadline

8/18

Fall Module A Entry Deadline

10/13

Fall Module B Entry Deadline

1/5

Spring Module A Entry Deadline

3/2

Spring Module B Entry Deadline

Start Dates

5/12

Summer Module A Start Date

7/7

Summer Module B Start Date

9/1

Fall Module A Start Date

10/27

Fall Module B Start Date

1/19

Spring Module A Start Date

3/16

Spring Module B Start Date

Studying construction management online at Rowan

Take a closer look at what to expect as you earn your bachelor of construction management online. Explore the curriculum, admission requirements, transfer credit opportunities and the flexible learning experience designed to help you make progress toward your degree.

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What You'll Learn

Rowan’s online Construction Management degree builds on your experience with coursework that strengthens your skills. The 120-credit curriculum meets Rowan’s bachelor’s degree requirements and includes elective options that make up a variety of certificates that can be completed in a stackable manner, by completing individual certificates and then applying those to a bachelor’s degree.

Online construction management key courses

Fundamentals of the Construction Industry I
Fundamentals of the Construction Industry II
Project Building Systems
Project Administration
Construction Cost Estimating
Construction Project Planning and Scheduling
Advanced Leadership and Communication
Industrial Relations in the Construction Industry
Building Energy Systems for Construction Managers
Building Construction Systems and Codes
Construction Safety and Loss Prevention
Capstone Project

Note: The course information above is not official and is subject to change. For an official list of available courses, please review the Rowan University Academic Catalog.

Online BA in Construction Management Requirements

The Rowan Online Experience

Earning your construction management degree online doesn’t mean missing out on impactful experiences or meaningful support. Rowan Online combines the flexibility you need with access to internships, engaged faculty and a learning environment that helps you stay connected and on track.

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Transfer Credit Information

Rowan Online makes it easy to build on the work you’ve already completed at a previous institution. Our online bachelor's degree in construction management program requires the completion of 120 credits [30 credits must be at Rowan University] of approved general education and major coursework in order to graduate with a bachelor’s degree.

Our advising team is here to help you evaluate your transcript and build a plan to complete your degree as efficiently as possible.

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Admission Requirements

To apply to Rowan’s online construction management degree program, start by submitting the materials listed below. Once your documents are received, the Rowan University Office of Admissions will follow up with confirmation or let you know if anything is missing. There may be additional action or materials required for admission to the program.

Completed online application
No application fee! The application fee is waived for all Rowan Online undergraduate programs.

First-Year Students:

High school diploma or equivalent
If applicable, official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of the number of credits earned)
North America's Building Trades Unions Members must submit a copy of their current, active union card
Students who have completed OSHA 30 Training should also submit their training certificates for transfer credit consideration.

Transfer Students:

Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of the number of credits earned)
Minimum of 12 earned college-level credit hours
Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

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Tuition and Aid

As a Rowan Online student, you’ll receive a high-quality education that’s affordable and accessible. The cost for the online bachelor's degree in construction management program is $609 per credit. Scholarships are available through the North America’s Building Trades Unions Governing Board of Presidents’ Scholarship Program. Please apply here.

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What Jobs Can You Get With a Construction Management Degree?

A construction management degree can help prepare you for leadership and management roles across the construction industry. Career paths may include construction manager, first-line supervisor of construction trades and extraction workers, cost estimator, and construction and building inspector.

Explore potential career paths and projected outlooks for roles related to the skills developed in the program.

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Upcoming virtual information sessions and events

From general information sessions to specific admission meetings, these events are a great way to ask questions, meet your future faculty members, explore the program in more depth and see what Rowan Online is all about. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Online Construction Management Degree FAQs

Do I need a four-year degree to become a construction manager, or does field experience count?

Field experience can be valuable, but a bachelor’s degree is typically expected for construction manager roles and may strengthen your qualifications for advancement. Rowan’s bachelor of construction management is designed to build on prior industry experience and help working professionals develop the leadership, project management and technical skills needed to advance in the field.

Is a BA in Construction Management the same as a BS?

No. Both BA and BS programs can prepare students for careers in construction management, but their curriculum and degree requirements vary by university. Rowan’s Bachelor of Arts in Construction Management includes coursework in project administration, cost estimating, construction planning and scheduling, leadership, industrial relations, building systems, safety and construction codes.

Can apprenticeship or specialized training count toward my construction management degree?

Eligible apprenticeship training, specialized training and previously earned college coursework may count toward degree requirements. Students who have completed OSHA 30 Training should also submit their training certificate for transfer credit consideration. Rowan’s advising team can help determine how your prior education and training may apply toward your degree.

Can I earn Rowan’s construction management degree while continuing to work?

Yes. Rowan’s bachelor of construction management is offered fully online and is designed for journeypersons, apprentices and experienced construction professionals. The online format gives you the flexibility to continue working while completing your degree.

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What Can You Do With a Bachelor's in Construction Management?

Earning a bachelor’s in construction management — especially through Rowan University’s fully online, flexible program — can open doors to rewarding careers in commercial building, infrastructure, residential development and project consulting. The field combines technical expertise, leadership skills and business acumen — making graduates valuable to top employers nationwide.

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